Karen Eubank
Karen is a senior columnist at Candy’s Media and has been writing stories since she could hold a crayon. She is a globe-trotting, history-loving eternal optimist who would find it impossible to live well without dogs, Tex-Mex, and dark chocolate. She covers luxury properties and historic preservation for Candys Dirt.
We’ve become accustomed to a crazy real estate situation. For two years, it was almost as if you could mumble about selling in your sleep, and there would be a line of people outside the door at sunrise. When you can’t leave your house, much less go on a vacation, real estate is the one…
High-rise living is hotter than ever. It’s as if everyone has suddenly discovered the secret of an amenity-driven lock-and-leave lifestyle. We’ve featured some stunning condos over the years, but nothing as unique as this rare Bleu Ciel two-story high rise. This is no simple Bleu Ceil luxury apartment. Bleu Ciel is a luxury high-rise building…
One of Lakewood’s most historic and architecturally significant homes is for sale. Legendary architect Clifford D. Hutsell built this Spanish Eclectic house in 1936 and only about 50 others in Lakewood from 1926 to 1941. This Spanish Eclectic at 6969 Lakewood Boulevard features the coveted extraordinary details that define his style. One of the most…
When I scrolled through Realtor.com last Friday, something jumped out at me. Two luxury apartments were available in two significant high-rise buildings, both over $5 million. You may not think this is unusual, but trust me, I know it’s unusual. Currently, there are 21 luxury condos over $2.1 million on the market, with the highest…
What do you mean I’m not allowed to put solar panels on my Winnetka Heights Craftsman cottage? Is my 1950s Ranch house considered historic? Why can’t we pull out all the windows and floors and just leave the brick? Isn’t that preservation? The answers to your burning historic preservation questions will be provided in the…
